---
title: "Automated Solvent Recovery and Purification System"
industry: "Chemical Manufacturing"
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  throughput:
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    typical_range: "0.1-3.0 bar absolute pressure, 20-150°C temperature, 0.5-15.0 m³/h flow rate"
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  output_purity:
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      occurrence: 3
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      trigger: "Vacuum pump oil contamination with 0.1% solvent carryover"
      severity: 8
      occurrence: 3
      detection: 4
      mitigation_protocol: "Implement oil mist separator with 0.01 μm coalescing filters and continuous oil quality monitoring with dielectric constant alarm at 2.3"
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    scope: "Verified Engineering Specification"
  - standard: "ATEX DIRECTIVE 2014/34/EU (CE MARKING FOR EXPLOSIVE ATMOSPHERES)"
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# Industrial Specification: Automated Solvent Recovery and Purification System

## 1. Technical Definition
Automated system for recovering and purifying industrial solvents.

## 2. Engineering Reasoning & Causal Matrix
> **Operational Intelligence**: Designed for **0.1-3.0 bar absolute pressure, 20-150°C temperature, 0.5-15.0 m³/h flow rate**. Failure boundary: **Pressure exceeding 3.5 bar absolute causes distillation column rupture, temperature exceeding 180°C initiates thermal decomposition of solvent molecules**, Mechanism: **Exceeding 3.5 bar absolute pressure surpasses ASME B31.3 design pressure for 316L stainless steel vessels, causing yield strength failure at 205 MPa. Temperature exceeding 180°C initiates Arrhenius equation-governed thermal decomposition where reaction rate doubles per 10°C increase, producing non-condensable gases and pressure spikes.**.

### 2.1 Analytical Physics Model
Governed by the **Hansen Solubility Distance (HSP)**:

> **Primary Equation**: $R_a = \sqrt{4\Delta\delta_d^2 + \Delta\delta_p^2 + \Delta\delta_h^2}$  
> **Engineering Impact**: Predicts seal/gasket swelling when exposed to CIP chemicals.

| Symbol | Variable Definition | Localized Reference |
| :--- | :--- | :--- |
| \delta_d | Dispersive | Engineering Constant |
| \delta_p | Polar | Engineering Constant |
| \delta_h | Hydrogen | Engineering Constant |

### 2.2 FMEA (Failure Mode & Effects Analysis)
| Event Trigger | Severity | Failure Mode | Mitigation Strategy |
| :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- |
| Condenser fouling exceeding 0.5 mm scale thickness | 8 | Heat transfer coefficient reduction from 850 to below 200 W/m²·K causing distillation column pressure increase to 3.2 bar | Install dual parallel condensers with automatic switching and CIP system using 2% nitric acid solution at 60°C for 30-minute cleaning cycles |
| Vacuum pump oil contamination with 0.1% solvent carryover | 8 | Rotary vane pump seizure at 1800 RPM due to viscosity reduction from ISO VG 100 to below ISO VG 32 | Implement oil mist separator with 0.01 μm coalescing filters and continuous oil quality monitoring with dielectric constant alarm at 2.3 |

## 3. Key Technical Parameters
| Parameter | Value | Unit | Status |
| :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- |
| throughput | Config-dependent | L/h | Verified |
| output_purity | Config-dependent | % | Verified |
| recovery_rate | Config-dependent | % | Verified |

## 4. System BOM & Knowledge Routing
### Core Components (Recursive Links)
- [Feed Tank &amp; Pump](https://cnfx.com/llms/industry/chemical-manufacturing/product/feed-tank-pump.md) `(Standalone System)`
- [Pre-Filtration Unit](https://cnfx.com/llms/industry/chemical-manufacturing/product/pre-filtration-unit.md) `(Standalone System)`
- [Distillation Column](https://cnfx.com/llms/industry/chemical-manufacturing/product/distillation-column.md) `(Standalone System)`
- [Condenser](https://cnfx.com/llms/industry/chemical-manufacturing/product/condenser.md) `(Standalone System)`
- [Product Collection Tank](https://cnfx.com/llms/industry/chemical-manufacturing/product/product-collection-tank.md) `(Standalone System)`
- [PLC Control Panel](https://cnfx.com/llms/industry/electrical-equipment-manufacturing/product/plc-control-panel.md) `(Standalone System)`
- [Waste Collection Vessel](https://cnfx.com/llms/industry/chemical-manufacturing/product/waste-collection-vessel.md) `(Standalone System)`

### Industrial DNA Context (De-duplicated)
**Complementary Dependencies**: **Industrial Distillation Column**, **Solvent Storage Tanks**, **Automated Filtration System**  
**Downstream Applications**: High-Purity Acetone, Pharmaceutical-Grade Ethanol, Recycled Industrial Solvents  

## 5. Engineering Risks & FAQ
- **Caution**: 
- **Caution**: 
- **Caution**: 

### Q: What materials are used in the construction of this solvent recovery system?
**A**: The system is constructed with corrosion-resistant materials including stainless steel 316L for main components, borosilicate glass for visibility sections, PTFE gaskets for sealing, and ceramic packing in the distillation column for efficient separation.

### Q: How does the automation level improve solvent recovery efficiency?
**A**: The PLC controller automates the entire recovery process including temperature control, pressure regulation, flow management, and safety monitoring. This ensures consistent purification quality, reduces operator intervention, minimizes human error, and optimizes energy consumption throughout the distillation cycle.

### Q: What maintenance is required for the pre-filtration unit?
**A**: The pre-filtration unit requires periodic filter replacement based on solvent contamination levels, typically every 200-500 operating hours. Regular inspection of seals and pressure gauges is recommended. The stainless steel housing can be cleaned with appropriate solvents during routine maintenance shutdowns.

## 6. Manufacturing Compliance
- ISO 9001:2015 QUALITY MANAGEMENT SYSTEMS
- ATEX DIRECTIVE 2014/34/EU (CE MARKING FOR EXPLOSIVE ATMOSPHERES)

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### 🌐 Knowledge Graph Topology
> **Node Status**: Verified Engineering Spec
> **Connectivity**: Linked to **7** standalone system nodes
> **Global Context**: Part of a 5,814 node industrial cluster within the CNFX Graph

> **Reference ID**: AUTOMATED_SOLVENT_RECOVERY_AND_PURIFICATION_SYSTEM | **Authority**: CNFX-2026-ST-001 | **Fingerprint**: c7728ea0
